Restaurant
Sushi on Stanley
85 Stanley St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia
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85 Stanley St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia
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Darlinghurst’s beloved hole-in-the-wall turns out lightning-fast Japanese comfort food without the fine-dining price tag. Skip the hushed omakase counters. This tiny, frantic Stanley Street room serves generous bento combos, thick salmon sashimi, and crisp chicken katsu rolled to order. Regulars know the drill—nab a cramped sidewalk stool, BYO drinks, and let the open kitchen fire off beef teriyaki and dragon rolls with more fish than rice.
- Fast Comfort Classics: Salmon sashimi, dragon rolls, and crisp katsu are sliced and rolled to order in minutes from the compact open kitchen.
- Real Value: Sub-$25 meals and abundant combo sets keep lunchtime lines moving without cutting corners on fish portions.
- BYO Welcome: Unlicensed and casual—bring your own drinks to pair with piping hot teriyaki and dumplings.
- Tokyo-Alley Atmosphere: Tight, high-energy room with outdoor bench seating that channels a genuine Tokyo back-alley vibe.
What's On at Sushi on Stanley
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Choose Sushi on Stanley
Why Darlinghurst diners rely on Sushi on Stanley for fresh, unpretentious Japanese meals
High-Value Japanese Comfort at Modest Prices
Meals are prepared rapidly in the compact kitchen while keeping spend exceptionally low, rarely passing $25 a person even for large orders.
even if we end up ordering a large number of meals, it rarely costs more than $25 each.
D Generous Filling-to-Rice Sushi Ratios
Rolls stand out by providing substantial portions of fish and meat rather than excessive rice filler.
No other place does such great flavours and you get more meat/fish than rice.
Justin Green Rapid Turnaround for Workday Lunches and Takeaway
Speedy preparation and reliable sets make grabbing a fast meal or lunch break seamless.
all prepared with incredible speed in their tiny kitchen. Great to witness in person, but wonderful for takeaway as well.
Jonathan Lemish Dependable Lunch Combo Convenience
A down-to-earth setting offering prompt lunch combos that cater comfortably to quick, practical dining.
Ordered their Lunch Combo Set with a few of my colleagues, presentation may seems lacking but all tasted very decent.
Dickson L (Diciniho) Atmospheric Tokyo Back-Alley Charm
An unpretentious setting reminiscent of tucked-away dining spots in central Tokyo.
It's not a glamorous place, but that's part of its charm. You feel like you're tucked away in a back lane in Tokyo somewhere.
Simon Hallgath-Jolly Casual BYO Dining Experience
Patrons can enjoy straightforward, rustic Japanese food paired with their own drinks.
I love the rustic food and you can bring your own booze.
Gabriel
Most popular items
Freshly made, high-value Japanese comfort staples prepared with speed
Chicken Katsu
Their chicken katsu is always excellent and a, generous serve
Simon Hallgath-Jolly Beef Teriyaki
The beef is finely cut and incredibly tender, and the sauce is rich and has just the right amount of sweetness.
Simon Hallgath-Jolly Chicken Katsu Sushi
The chicken Katsu sushi was delicious, warm and crunchy as it had just been made.
Benjamin Mooney Karaage Chicken
Karaage chicken is a must try!
Jonathan Lemish
Frequently Asked Questions
Should you expect a wait for a table?
The venue is small and popular, so queues can form during peak lunch and weekend dinner rushes, though lines generally move quickly. Seating options include both indoor and outdoor tables.
Can you bring your own alcohol?
Guests can bring their own alcoholic drinks (BYO) to accompany their meal in this casual, rustic dining setting.
How are the portion sizes and food value?
Reviewers highlight generous fillings with more fish or meat than rice, and note that standard portions are filling and provide substantial value. Bento-style boxes and combos offer hearty multi-item meals.
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